Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to the architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr B.R. Ambedkar, on his birth anniversary, recalling his contributions to nation-building that continue to inspire generations.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Tributes to Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on his birth anniversary. His efforts towards nation-building are deeply motivating. His life and work continue to inspire generations to build a just and progressive society.”
Dr B.R. Ambedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb, was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution and served as independent India’s first Law and Justice Minister.
Born into a Dalit Mahar family in present-day Madhya Pradesh, he fought throughout his life for the rights of marginalised communities and is widely regarded as a leading voice for social equality.
Ambedkar passed away on December 6, 1956. He was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honour, in 1990.
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